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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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David Unyime Nkanta

Ubisoft Harassment Trial Exposes 'Culture of Fear' at Paris Studio

Tommy François appeared at court on Monday as proceedings began. Alongside the two other defendants, he firmly rejected all allegations. (Credit: Xavier Galiana/Getty Images)

In a trial in a French court described as a watershed moment for #MeToo in gaming, three senior men formerly employed at Ubisoft's Montreuil office stand accused of cultivating a workplace atmosphere of intimidation, sexism, and fear.

Over four days of testimony, the Bobigny criminal court heard allegations that paint a disturbing picture of abuse and misconduct between 2010 and 2020. The court is likely to announce its verdict on July 2.

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